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PEERLESS HDS/XLS SERIES OF SPEAKER KITS - INTRODUCTION

• PREMIUM QUALITY AUSTRALIAN MADE CABINETS• GENUINE AUSTRALIAN JARAH VENEER OR BLACK VINYL• DESIGNED EXCLUSIVELY FOR WES COMPONENTS• PROFESSIONALLY DEVELOPED & OPTIMISED• CABINET DESIGN & FINISH IS PREMIUM GRADE-A• EXCELLENT AUDIOPHILE QUALITY REPRODUCTION• EXCEPTIONAL REALISM FOR MUSIC AND THEATRE• NEW TECHNOLOGY DRIVERS FOR DIGITAL AUDIO• WORLD LEADING PEERLESS DRIVERS FROM TYMPHANY• PRE-BUILT CROSSOVERS WITH PREMIUM COMPONENTS• SCREW DRIVER KIT EASY & VERY QUICK ASSEMBLY

� HDS Speaker Kits

EXCLUSIVELY DESIGNED FOR WES COMPONENTS BY STONES SOUND STUDIO

Welcome to our V2 range of professionally engineered and locally built speaker systems� To save on cost we have made these premium speakers available in kit form for easy construction� Every aspect of the cabinet design has been customised to suit the Peerless speakers precisely, with port and box volume tailored to maximise the performance of the HDS and XLS range of premium drivers� A new improved tweeter for the range has been introduced with a newly developed fully pre-built crossover offering improved phase at the crossover point to closely match the HDS series of mid-woofers to the uniquely specialised counter-sunk tweeter and cabinet combination� Cabinet design and matching development has been achieved using the latest in computer analysis software and with the building experience of Stones Sound Studio, specialists in premium, exotic, custom speaker design� All cabinets are precision manufactured by the latest computer controlled techniques from medium density custom wood (MDF) with a choice of genuine wood veneer and decorative trim panels or Black Vinyl� The Peerless HDS range of drivers and XLS range of subwoofers offer incredible performance and value for money� When correctly matched to our custom designed cabinets and precision crossovers with premium quality components the result is a finished speaker unit that rivals the best audio available in the world. You will find our new range of speakers beautiful in appearance and performance giving exceptional sound quality to music and fantastic dynamics and realism to digital home theatre�

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MONITOR GRADE AUDIO SPEAKER KITSmall monitors are popular due to the reduced impact on your room decor and your wallet! However, plastic cabinets give plastic sound� If you prefer the warm sound of the boxes of old in a compact modern package, then let us introduce to you the Peerless HDS150 audiophile high definition satellite speaker. A very capable, yet compact unit designed to faithfully reproduce both music and home theatre audio. The handsome box is of a thick 18mm MDF construction with a rear firing tuning port and a curved-edge front fascia grille for low edge diffraction. Design has centred on the best sound quality achievable in using a Peerless 5” HDS phase-plug driver. This little driver can have quite a punch! Producing high dynamics and high SPL with low distortion� Use of premium electronic components and the best tweeter from Peerless, this optimised design gives you astounding performance from such a compact system� With Home Theatre, this exceptional little speaker is suitable for front and/or surround sound applications. For a fully dynamic system, we highly recommended these satellites be used in conjunction with the XLS800 subwoofer� You will be amazed at the fullness of the quality of audio that these mini-monitors reproduce�

HDS150 KIT - MONITOR GRADE COMPACT

5" BOOKSHELF SPEAKER

Colour Type CodeBlack Vinyl KIT150BVJarrah Veneer KIT150JA

Includes 1 box and all componentsrequired as listed separately below:

COMPLETE KIT - SOLD SINGULARLY

Colour Type CodeBlack Vinyl CAB150BVJarrah Veneer CAB150JA

CABINET ONLY - SOLD SINGULARLYComplete built cabinet, lined with internal wadding Packaged� Select colour: Black Vinyl or Genuine wood veneer�

Description CodeHDS Exclusive Midwoofer 831882Tweeter HDS Peerless 810921Crossover Suit HDS150 Kit XON150-V2Screws, Bag of 20 AS420-20x2 for Stereo

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• Frequency Response 49Hz to 25KHz• Size H270 x W180 x D287mm 7Kg• Recommended amplifier 10W to 120Wrms• Impedance 8 ohm Nominal• Sensitivity 88dB• Big sound from a compact speaker• Suit Main or Rear Surround sound• Satellites with a subwoofer• See our XLS800 or XLS1000• Big sound, small enclosure�

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HDS150-V2CONSTRUCTION INSTRUCTIONS

CHECK THE CONTENTS OF THE KIT (ea.):1 Cabinet Assembled Complete. All holes pre-drilled.

Wadding material pre-attached to inside panels.

1 Speaker Grill. Assembled with cloth attached.

1 Printed Circuit Board. Fully assembled with all components & wiring to terminals & back-plate.

1 Speaker. Mid-Bass Woofer 5"

1 Speaker. Tweeter Dome 1"

1 Set of Screws for attaching drivers and terminal socket. (14pcs)

1 Velcro Strips for affixing the Circuit Board to the inside of the cabinet.

PREPARATIONS:Take care as to not scratch the cabinet

or puncture the drivers during assembly. Taking extra care would be well advised.

Place down a cloth or use the packaging box to work on.Check all components are present and in good condition.

Contact place of purchase if any problem or transit damage.To assemble, you will require a Philips head screwdriver.

INSERT COMPONENTS:1 The Crossover Assembly comprises of the Circuit Board and attached wiring.

1 Set Crossover On-Board Links - See the Crossover Setup on the next page.If unsure, the default is to leave all links on board as-is (connected).

1 Attach Velcro strips to the underside of the Circuit Board towards each end.

1 Position the Cabinet in it's normal upright position on a non-scratch surface.

1 Feed the Rear-Panel Input Terminal thru the front hole for the 5" Woofer, then thru to the felt and then rear hole so it is again, out side the box.

1 Screw the Rear Panel Input Terminal into place with the screws provided. Correct orientation is for the terminals to be pointing in the upward direction.

1 Place the Cabinet onto its back to continue with the crossover installation.

1 Peel backing paper off the Velcro Strips to expose the adhesive for use.

1 Use a cloth to ensure inside exposed surface is clean of dust & obstructions.

1 Insert Circuit Board into the box and affix firmly to the wall of the cabinet.

1 Feed the speaker connection wires out thru the appropriate speaker holes.

1 Connect the Woofer by attaching the wire pair with RED & BLACK plugs.

1 Connect the Tweeter by attaching the wire pair with WHITE & BLACK plugs.

1 Make sure connections are firm & sturdy. Use pliers may be of assistance.

1 Insert the Drivers with screws provided .You will find pre-drilled pilot holes.

1 Be Careful! Not to slip with the screwdriver and puncture the speaker cone.

1 You are done! Attach speaker grill and proceed to speaker setup next page...







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CROSSOVER SETUP: Do I Cut Any Links?1 NO! In the default set-up there is no need to alter the

crossover in any way. Proceed with the installation...These Links ensure correct and secure connection of BOTH drivers to the amp incase the SHORTING STRAPS become loose or are accidently removed and/or lost.

1 BI-WIRE INSTALLATION. Some audiophiles may wish to take advantage of this option. If you intend to Bi-Wire the speakers to the amplifier, remove the rear input terminals'

SHORTING STRAPS and CUT both LINK-1 and LINK-2.NOTE! DO NOT REMOVE LINK 3, DOUBLE-CHECK THIS.

What Is Bi-Wiring and should I bother?1 The term Bi-Wire simply refers to the fact that you will be running two sets of

loudspeaker cables from your amplifier to each of your speakers. Both the high and low circuits are now entirely separate all the way back to the amplifier.

1 The idea with Bi-Wiring is to give a more direct path of each driver & filter circuit to the amplifier. This takes advantage of an amplifiers high damping factor thus reducing unwanted intermodulation distortion between the mid-woofer & tweeter.

1 Some will argue that there is little to no advantage for the additional cabling cost.Positive results may also depend on the quality of the amplifier and cable used.

SPECIFICATIONS:1 FREQUENCY RANGE 49Hz - 25KHz (On-Axis)

49Hz - 20KHz (+/- 30° Off Axis)

1 EFFICIENCY MEASURED 87.5dB (SPL @ 1M 2.83Vrms)

1 NOMINAL IMPEDANCE 8 ohms (6.1 ohms @ DC Minimum)

1 RECOMMENDED AMP 5 to 120W Unclipped Program Material

1 MID-WOOFER Peerless 831882 HDS 5" Phase Plug1 TWEETER Peerless 810921 HDS Soft-Dome 1"

1 CROSSOVER 3.5KHz, LP[12dB], HP[18dB]Bessel / Butterworth, Linear Phase

1 SIZE 270x180x287mm 7Kg

NB:1 Speakers are NOT Shielded. Unsuitable for use near CRT.

HDS150 high definition satellite speaker is a very capable and compact unit designed to reproduce both music and home theater in small to medium rooms. Quality made, 18mm thick MDF construction, rear firing tuning port, curve edged front grill fascia, and other design detailed specifics, gives you fantastic performance from a compact system. Exclusive to WES. Design by Russell Storey of Stones Sound Studio.

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Frequency Range (on axis) 49 Hz-25kHz

Efficiency 87.5 dB SPL @ 1m 2.83V rms +/- 1.5db @ 22degs C averaged

Nominal Impedance 8ohms

Recommended amplifier power Home Theatre Receiver Stereo and Valve

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Harmonic Distortion THD +- 0.3% @ 1watt 2.83Vrms 1Khz

Relative Phase Coherence <±30° degs 400Hz to 10Khz

Frequency Response (off axis) 49Hz to 20Khz Horz / Vert +/- 55 30 degs

Crossover (No Soldering required )

Printed Circuit Board : Fully finished includes all components, Velcro mounting tabs & wiring Wiring cable : Internal speaker cable high quality OFC 384 strand with push on connections Speaker terminals : 4mm twin gold plated binding post Filter : 2 way off set Bessel / Butterworth , linear phase Freq : 3.5Khz Order : 2nd Lp, 3rd Hp Components: High quality, Copper Air core inductors ,SCR 400V metalized MKP capacitors Non Inductive resistors Bi-wiring : Option provided

Drivers Bass Tweeter

1 x Peerless 831882 HDS Woofer 5" Nomex 1 x Peerless 810921 HDS Tweeter 1" (104mm)

Input Terminals Gold plated 2way

Cabinet High quality enclosure supplied fully finished with, pre drilled screw holes, port, speaker mounting holes, grill panel , acoustic felt lined ,mounting screws Features : Low resonant chamber ,36mm thick front baffle , hardwood bracing ribs ,rounded edge speaker hole, rear port , low loss acoustic grill material, felt cup for tweeter magnet , acoustic port plug for wall or in cabinet mounting, Xpolar tweeter mounting option

Finishes Black wood grain Vinyl , Jarrah and Tasmanian Oak veneers

Size Height Width Depth

270 mm 180 mm 287 mm

Mass 7 kg ea

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ACOUSTIC TIME-ALIGNED & COAXIAL SINGLE POINT SOUND SOURCE MONITORS The Peerless HDS250 high-definition loud speaker system is designed to reproduce both music & home theatre audio in true audiophile quality. This attractive and relatively compact sized speaker system gives excellent and enjoyable long-term listening. The powerfully dynamic 5” HDS phase-plug Peerless driver supplies articulate, tight, fast bass with ultra-low distortion and minimal harmonics up to surprisingly high volume levels! The crystal clarity of a beautifully detailed wide sound stage is improved over a majority of other speaker systems due to both the coaxial speaker alignment and the tweeter being counter-sunk into the cabinet which achieves mechanical acoustic time alignment for a brilliantly accurate reproduction with pinpoint sound imaging� Combined with a crossover developed with particular attention being paid to the phase alignment achieves a uniquely seamless transition between the tweeter and mid-woofer not usually mastered by traditional systems� This makes the HDS250 ideal in home theatre due to the impressive impact of the forward realism achieved and can be placed in any or all of the room positions (front/rear/centre) due to the inherent wide dispersion. The incredible accuracy achieved places this speaker in a “Monitor” class faithfully reproducing even the most subtle details of your favourite music. Multiple driver configurations are also more efficient so are also quite suitable for the low power of valve amplifiers, etc. Ideally matched with our XLS1000 or XLS800 subwoofers for an exceptional high-end audio system. A special version of the HDS250 has been optimised specifically as a horizontally mounted centre channel unit, see our HDS255c.

HDS250 KIT & PARTS

5” MTM SPEAKER KIT

Includes 1 box and all components requiredas listed below� Two required� Select colour:


Description CodeHDS Exclusive Midwoofer 831882Tweeter HDS Peerless 810921Crossover Suit HDS250 Kit XON250-V2Screws, Bag of 20 AS420-20

OTHER PARTS REQUIRED - x2 for Stereo

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CABINET ONLY - SOLD SINGULARLYComplete built cabinet, lined with internalwadding Packaged� Select colour: Black Vinyl or Genuine wood veneer�


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1 SIZE 595x180x305mm 15Kg

NB:1 Speakers are NOT Shielded. Unsuitable for use near CRT.

The Peerless HDS tweeter is Time-Alligned (physically counter-sunk into the box) and Phase-aligned in an MTM coaxial design with a premium quality, professionally tuned box for incredible clarity, definition, accuracy and fantastic dynamic impact that rivals any speaker in this sized package. A true audiophile speaker for music & home theater. Exclusive to WES. Design by Russell Storey of Stones Sound Studio.

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CENTRE FRONT STAGE PERFORMANCE FROM A VOCAL SPECIALIST!The Peerless HDS255c audiophile high definition centre speaker is optimised to be mounted horizontally for front and centre positioning. Although the Mid-Bass drivers are NOT magnetically shielded, this will not effect LCD & Plasma screens. Crystal clear highs, tight fast bass, with a beautifully articulated forward mid-range presence with low distortion and low compression gives incredible impact in sound and transports the realism right into your living room! This exceptional speaker is electronically optimised for the horizontal axis with particular attention paid in development to achieve the best vocals for most natural realism possible� When matched with other HDS speakers in a home theatre setup, gives a new level of pinpoint focus imaging to sound effects and their location relative to the screen just as the director intended. The Peerless HDS250c can be matched with the Peerless HDS150 satellites, HDS250 sister speakers or the floor standing HDS455. Also recommended is the XLS1000 or XLS800 subwoofers to complete your ultimate home theatre experience�

HDS255c CENTRE - KIT & PARTS

5” MTM CENTRE SPEAKER KIT

Gold Plated PlugsSee Cables & Connectors Section

Quad Cable Low Capacitance

Length Code50M OFC384

This excellent value for money cable is the type used within all the HDS & XLS Speaker kits for their internal wiring and is also quite suitable for use as connection between the speakers and amplifier. All HDS Kits have the option of Bi-Wiring where quad cable is required Alternatively you can split the quad cable all the way down the middle to produce two by two cables for standard connection to the amplifier. Exotic high grade 99.99% OFC copper in a unique quad low-profile form. Unique ultra-thin, woven copper in a low profile for reduced capacitance. Ideal for running along floors and unobtrusively under carpets, etc. Supplied on a 50M reel, which is actually 100M if split down the middle

AS RECOMMENDED BY STONES SOUND STUDIO12AWG QUAD OFC SPEAKER CABLE - FLAT FOR LOW CAPACITANCE & UNDER CARPET RUNS

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COMPLETE KIT CENTRE CHANNEL

• Frequency Response 47Hz to 25KHz• Size W495 x H180 x D305mm• Recommended amplifier 10W to 150Wrms• Impedance 4 ohm Nominal• Sensitivity 92dB• Optimised for centre sound• Excellent voice performance• Matches with our HDS series• HDS150, HDS250 or HDS455• Big sound, small enclosure�• Time-corrected, Pin-Point imaging�• Horizontal mounting optimised�


Description CodeHDS Exclusive Midwoofer 831882Tweeter HDS Peerless 810921Crossover Suit HDS250 Kit XON250-V2Screws, Bag of 20 AS420-20

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A FLAGSHIP MONITOR OF OUTSTANDING PRESENCEThese floor-standing speakers are designed for “Monitor” grade stereo reproduction as well as top-of-the-line home theatre main speakers in a modern Digital THX surround sound system. The use of the Peerless HDS series of high definition phase-plug drive units matched with bespoke crossovers to a high-end tweeter from Peerless� Packaged in an innovative and exclusive design professionally developed to create a sound that is clean and clear with uncompromising acoustics dynamic range and frequency bandwidth to accurately reproduce any of today’s high definition digital sources. The countersunk tweeter in the coaxial location between the mid-woofers achieves physical acoustic time alignment between drivers� This corrects the sound source location to one single point, like focusing a lens, to achieve an incredible level of clarity and accuracy to the sound stage bringing the audio into clear focus� Instruments are localised and positioned, close your eyes and they are there! Sound effects take on a new reality when positioned correctly in space. Now the full impact and emotion of Movies and Music can enthral the listener. An impressively high efficiency of 92dB at 1W/M means you don’t need big amplification for full dynamic sound. Along with the well behaved impedance curve means the HDS455s are quite suitable for the low power of class-A or vacuum tube amplifiers. The tall handsome cabinets are precision computer tooled from MDF locally and are available in real Australian hard-wood Jarah wood veneer or durable black hard vinyl with a grain finish. A wide base tapered plinth is included, spiked feet are optional extras. There is the facility for sand filling in a lower cavity for additional stability and extra resonance damping. Peerless offer highly articulate dynamics in their driver designs, matched with a unique cabinet layout and a premium components in a professionally developed crossover, welcome to a new level of accuracy in sound offered at an excellent price in kit form.

HDS455 KIT - TIME ALIGNED COAXIAL MONITOR

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Includes 1 box and all components requiredSave over $100 each when purchased as a kit

• Frequency Response 38Hz to 25KHz • Size H1150 x W210 x D365mm 25Kg +Sand • Recommended amplifier 10W to 150Wrms • Impedance 4 ohm Nominal • Highly efficient 92dB Sensitivity • Floor standing with wide plinth base • Optional 20Kg sand cavity in tower • Ultra dynamic range & low distortion • Counter-sunk time-alignment tweeter • Coaxial MTM centre focus design • Suit medium to large rooms

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PREPARATIONS:Take care as to not scratch the cabinet or puncture the drivers during assembly. Taking extra care would be well advised.Place down a cloth or use the packaging box to work on.Check all components are present and in good condition.Contact place of purchase if any problem or transit damage.To assemble, you will require a Philips head screwdriver.





1 Feed the Rear-Panel Input Terminal thru the front hole for the 6.5" Woofer, then thru to the felt and then rear hole so it is again, out side the box.



















1 Speaker. Mid-Bass Woofer 6.5" Peerless 830883 (2pcs)




PREPARATIONS:Take care as to not scratch the cabinet or puncture the drivers during assembly. Taking extra care would be well advised.Place down a cloth or use the packaging box to work on.Check all components are present and in good condition.Contact place of purchase if any problem or transit damage.To assemble, you will require a Philips head screwdriver.





1 Feed the Rear-Panel Input Terminal thru the front hole for the 6.5" Woofer, then thru to the felt and then rear hole so it is again, out side the box.

















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1 MID-WOOFERS Peerless x2 830883 HDS 6.5" Nomex Pulp

1 TWEETER Peerless x1 810921 HDS Soft-Dome 1"


1 SIZE 1100x210x365mm 25Kg +Sand

NB:1 Sand Option: Filling with sand gives added stability to the box and

the additional "Deadening" of resonances also improves sound quality.

1 Remove the base plinth reveals an opening with a bag lining inside. This cavity will take about 20L of Dry Beach Sand (from any hardware).

Bi-Wire Connection

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Phone: 02-9798-9233 Fax: 02-9798-0017

Audio Speakers & PA

The 200W XLS800 Subwoofer has been developed for premium performance in small to medium sized rooms for either satellite speaker setups, complimenting any sized loud speaker system with warm quality subsonics, and/or home theatre systems where a compact, yet impressively performing subwoofer is required that does not impose on too much space. The all new, exclusive to WES, true 200Wrms, built-in amplifier has been factory tweaked to our XLS800 designers specifications for extraordinary performance in the low frequency region giving excellent control and power to your audio experience and the absolute best dollar value. This crackerjack amplifier connects via RCA leads to the pre-amp output on a high-end stereo system or the sub-out on any home theatre receiver� Provision for connection directly to the stereos speaker wires is there for upgrading midi systems, etc� Also, world exclusive to WES, is our all new, high performance eXtra Long Stroke subwoofer driver unit that was developed by Peerless Denmark to our designers specifications for this particular application. Giving exceptionally impressive performance for only an 8” sized driver, this XLS subwoofer has a rigid aerodynamic cast alloy chassis, composite stiffened exotic materials pulp cone, extra long stroke voice coil, very large magnet assembly and high power copper voice coil which produces a driver with dynamic tight fast clean bass� These two high technology devices are beautifully integrated into a handsome, premium quality cabinet� This unique subwoofer enclosure has double thickness 36mm front baffle, a centre bracing rib with vent support to provide a very strong and rigid subwoofer box with reduced cabinet movement and thus tightening bass and reducing distortion� Flanged ports and curved edge box and grille design reduces air-turbulence distortion for a better acoustic, more natural bass sound� This remarkable achievement in a relatively compact subwoofer is a clever compromise between practical cabinet size and impressive low frequency sub-bass performance� The combination of a Top-Of-The-Line Danish made driver with a quality, dual ported box and optimised 200Wrms amplifier, gives performance that equals or betters most 10” subs, without the bulkiness or boom of similarly priced units� The smooth, authoritative bass response extends below 30Hz giving clean, accurate sound that will satisfy a majority of bass hungry enthusiasts with DVD sound effects reproduced with dramatic aplomb. The XLS800 Active Subwoofer will excel in high end speaker systems with CD, DVD, DVD-A and SACD music� It will impress by its ability to provide the lower octaves of bass that are normally not produced by a subwoofer speaker of this compact size�

EXTENDED AUDIOPHILE PERFORMANCE IN A COMPACT ENCLOSURE

8" SUBWOOFER KIT XLS800

XLS800 COMPLETE KIT

XLS800 CABINET ONLY

XLS800 PARTS LIST

Amp Hole:220x220mm Face(Bevel):250x250mm�

Completely finished cabinet, lined with internal wadding� Attractive wood-grain textured black vinyl box with genuine solid wood feature panel to match our HDS line of speakers� Select colour: Black or Jarah genuine wood feature panel�

• Compact 375mmH x 315mmW x 440mmD 50L • 200Wrms Optimised In-Built Amplifier • 25-35Hz to 60-200Hz -6dB/O (Adj. filters) • 18mm thick cabinet walls, 36mm front� • Exclusive 8” XLS premium Subwoofer. • Dual, flared rear firing tuning ports. • Low resonance, high performance design�

Description CodeInstruction Manual INS8008" XLS Woofer 830869Single Sided Adhesive GT7100RCA 5M, Male - Male x2 AL606Screws, Bag of 20 STS8BAmplifier, 200Wrms S200W

EACHDescription Code8" Sub Woofer Kit Black Panel KIT800BV8" Sub Woofer Kit Jarah Panel KIT800JA

Description CodeBlack Vinyl Cabinet Only CAB800BVBlack Vinyl Cabinet Only CAB800JA

Cabinet Only� Supplied fully assembled with Cloth grill included�

Includes S200W Amplifier, Speaker and Cabinet. The three items require assembly�

Audiophile level Sub that easily achieves extended bass performance that fills the low frequency to subsonic with clean tight bass that has authority without that one-note boom of unoptimised units� To achieve this we have redeveloped and optimised a 200Wrms amplifier to have remarkably stable performance in the low frequency region down to 10Hz, producing extremely low distortion with ample power up to 200Wrms� We also tweaked the Q of the Peerless XLS to improve its performance in such a compact enclosure that produces ample bass down to the subsonics� The result is bass that’s so clean you don’t notice it unless the audio material wants you to. Completely finished cabinet, lined with internal wadding� Attractive wood-grain textured black vinyl box with genuine solid wood feature panel to match our HDS line of speakers� Select colour: Black or Jarah genuine wood feature panel� Simply screw in the speaker and amp, connect the wires, ready to go!

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XLS800 SUBWOOFER 8"A majority of people may want to upgrade to a high performance,deep bass sub-woofer for an impressive home theater setup butmay not want to live with an over-sized, bulky, black box.

To this end, we have developed a 1.5ft audiophile sub-woofer.

This remarkable achievement of a relatively compact sub-wooferis a clever compromise between practical cabinet size and animpressive low frequency sub-bass response.

A new Peerless 8” speaker has been developed by our audioconsultant, Russell Storey, in conjunction with Peerless Denmarkto produce a high performance driver to suit this specific goal.

The amplifier has also been improved at the design stage toproduce an amp with quality to match the box and driver.

The XLS800 comprises of a single XLS 8" speaker in a dualported cabinet of less than 50L with a built in 200W amplifier.This combination of a Danish made driver witha heavy duty built box and 200Wrms amplifier gives performancethat equals or betters most 10” subs, without the bulkiness ofsimilarly sounding units, or boomyness of similarly priced units.

The smooth, authoritative bass response extends below 30Hzgiving clean, accurate sound that will satisfy a majority of basshungry enthusiasts. For the rest of us, the XLS800 willsupplement any premium speaker system in a small to mediumsized room for an improved, worming sound with music and willalso reproduce DVD sound effects with dramatic aplomb.

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300 x 350 x 450mm 50L

17mm Laminated MDF

36mm MDF Speaker baffle

25mm Internal bracing

Heavy duty speaker grill

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NOV.2002

PEERLESS HDS/XLS SERIES OF SPEAKER SYSTEMSDesigned By Russell Storey of Stones Sound Studio.Welcome to our new range of high performance speaker systems available ready-madeor in kit form. Every aspect of the cabinet design has been tailored to maximize theperformance of the XLS range of premium drivers. This impressive new 8" driver wasspecifically developed for this application and uses a cast iron basket with over-sizedmagnet and a highly efficient and robust motor system. roll surroundand an open spider for low compression and low distortion at high sound levels, notpreviously achieved in such small box volumes. Extra thick 17mm cabinet walls and a36mm front baffle with unique box construction techniques, panel bracing, interlockingcarpentry joints for an impressively strong, solid box. A new 200Wrms, protected sub-woofer amp has been developed in conjunction with our audio consultant, RussellStorey, to achieve remarkable performance from such a reasonably priced unit. This all-enclosed all-improved amp module has a frequency response below 10Hz with very lowharmonic distortion at these frequencies and built-in overdrive protection with EQswitching and low-pass adjustments. A collective weight of 20Kg indicates thecraftsmanship and quality of all components, this is an audiophile quality sub-woofer.Thank you and enjoy!

Extra Long Stroke


XLS800 8" SUBWOOFER Peerless XLS / HDSSpeaker System Series

New Dedicated 8" XLS Driver Cast alloy with poly-paper cone

High power 200Wrms Amp with Low frequency below 30Hz

Low harmonic distortion in a Low resonant designed box

Big Sound from only 1.5ft 300 x 350 x 450mm 50L

17mm Laminated MDF, 36mm MDF Speaker baffle

25mm Internal bracing and a Heavy duty speaker grill

Genuine wood feature panel. Flanged Large Dual Ports

Deep clean articulate bass without single note

Matches our HDS series speakers or any high-end units

Suitable for satellite speakers and/or home theater systems

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the XLS from excessive cone movement during over-enthusiastic, unpredictable sound effects, or forthe XLS from excessive cone movement during over-enthusiastic, unpredictable sound effects, or for

AUDIO MODE FULL RANGE - RECOMMENDED

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Curves (1,2,3 ) Amp into ohm Load ref 1Vp/p at 100Hz single i/p Curves (7,8,9) Amp into ohm Load ref 1Vp/p at 100Hz single i/p

Video/Audio Filter SW Set To AUDIO position Video/Audio Filter SW Set To VIDEO position

-21.75 dbm input @100Hz 4 OHM -21.75 dbm input @100Hz 4 OHM

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Company: STONES SOUND STUDIO

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Check that all contents of the kit are supplied and in good condition.

Make sure you have a clean work area. It is recommended youuse a drop sheet so that your work does not scratch the cabinet.

WES Components 90 Paramatta Rd Summerhill 2130 PH (02)9797-9866 Designed by Russell

Storey - Stones Sound Studio Po Box 94 Tyalgum 2484 - www.wes.net.au

Contents of KIT800 (Complete Kit):

XLS800-xx Cabinet

With Wood Feature Panel

Woofer 8" 830491 Peerless XLS SubS200W 200Wrms Sub-AmpScrews x20 STS7B (7mmx20mm)Gasket Tape Approx' 1 metre

(xx=Colour Code)

With Black Speaker Grill

KIT800 - Instruction Sheet

Place your speaker cabinet on a non-slip, non-scratch surface.

The ports are on the bottom side, so make sure you installthe amp upright. Pilot holes are pre-drilled so simply screw in the suppliedscrews, caution that you don't thread the screws by over tightening. If using anelectronic screwdriver, adjust to a medium/high torque setting.

Cabling is supplied with the amp and will connect directlyto the 8" driver. We recommend that you solder this connection for reliability, butthis is not essential. Make sure the cable is not obstructing the ports or going torattle on the drivers cone. Now simply locate the driver into the flush hole andapply the screws, again tightening carefully as not to strip them or slip andpuncture the cone.

Insert the Amplifier.

Insert the Speaker.

FEATURE PANELThe XLS800 has a separatepiece of solid polished woodsupplied with the kit. Pleaseaffix this carefully with theappropriate WOOD GLUE(Not Supplied) and let dry asper glue instructions.

Peerless XLS8008" SUB-WOOFERDual Port 200WeXtra Long Stroke

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Internally, the RED and BLACK wires connect directly to the speaker driver terminals. Black is negative (-), Redpositive (+). Make sure the cable is sufficiently anchored and if extending, make sure your connection iscorrectly insulated. Do not apply power until you have double-checked all wiring and connections. Thefollowing is external connection options:

For connecting the S200W to multi-channel surround sound amplifiers you will require an RCA adaptor lead, ofappropriate length, that has 1x RCA plug to 2x RCA plugs. (See WES catalogue, section 8.) Connect thisbetween the "Low Level INPUT" RCA terminals, both L & R, on the S200W. Connect the other end (1xRCA plug) to the "SUB WOOFER OUTPUT" terminal on your amplifiers rear panel.

For connecting the to a standard stereo amplifier you will require a stereo RCA lead, of appropriatelength, that has 2x RCA plug to 2x RCA plugs. (See WES catalogue, section 8.) Connect this betweenthe "Low Level INPUT" RCA terminals, both L & R, on the . Connect the other end to the"PREAMP OUTPUT" terminals on your amplifiers/preamplifiers rear panel. This output MUST beyour amplifiers volume control so that your volume control will affect the subwoofers volume level too.

“LOW LEVEL OUTPUT” is for connecting additional S200W sub woofer amplifiers.For connecting the to an amplifier without PREAMP outputs you will either cut and split the existing

speaker connection leads or acquire additional speaker connection cable, of appropriate length, toconnect the with your normal speaker connection. (See WES catalogue, section 13.)Connect the speaker cable to your amplifiers speaker output terminals, connect this to the“HILEVEL IN” terminals. Then connect the “HILEVEL OUT” to your existing stereo speakers.Double-check your left & right, and the positive & negative polarity in all your speaker cable connections.

Your existing stereo speakers have a low frequency cutoff (the lowest frequency possible to be produced by sucha speaker), any sound below this frequency would not normally be heard, thus you acquired a sub woofer toreproduce these lower frequencies. The control labelled “PWR/PRT FREQ.” will set this frequency where youwant the sub woofer to take over. Check your Stereo speakers instruction manual for this value, or simply adjustby ear. A boomy bass sound means the frequency is too high (both the sub and your stereo speakers aregenerating bass) A mellow but slightly empty sound means the frequency is too low (a gap exist between the suband the stereo speakers). Adjust the "GAIN" also. Unsatisfactory sound will also result if the S200W “PHASE”switch is set incorrectly. Try both selections. For connection to an amplifier with "Sub Out", set the frequency tomaximum (180Hz) and make your adjustments via your amp (see its instruction manual). Generally, many hoursof listening can occur before correct levels are accomplished. You should also experiment with the location ofyour sub woofer as this can dramatically improve performance.

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General Subwoofer Location InformationThe biggest impediment to good quality bass from a subwoofer usually haslittle to do with the subwoofer itself but the problem is that a sub produces longwave lengths (bass) form standing waves in rooms with parallel walls,resulting in a very uneven distribution of sound level throughout the listeningroom. Careful location of the subwoofer can help. First, keep your subwooferaway from a corner by at least two feet. Corner placement seems attractivebecause it increases the bass output but this location also excites more(usually unwanted) room resonance. Next, by placing the subwoofer so thatthe distance from the woofer to the nearest two walls is significantly different,you can stagger these standing waves so that they don't line up on top of eachother. The proper phasing of the subwoofer depends on its location relative tothe other speakers. The easiest way to get this right is to try it and ofphase; whichever way has the most bass is the right way. If it's too much bass,try adjusting the frequency cut-off or just turn the subs volume down.

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XLS800 LocationThe twin ports of this subwoofer

fire out the back. Please don'tobstruct these ports as distortion

and wind turbulence noises willresult. It is recommended that at

least 6 inch or 15cm from the wall.

FEATURE PANELThe XLS800 has a separate pieceof solid polished wood suppliedwith the kit. Please affix thiscarefully with the appropriateWOOD GLUE (Not Supplied) andlet dry as per glue instructions.

One Subwoofer or Two?Far more effective than finding eventhe most ideal subwoofer location of asingle subwoofer is to use twosubwoofers. They can effectivelycompliment each other by having onewoofer's peaks filling in the otherwoofer's troughs. In addition tofollowing the same considerationsmentioned above, you'll want to placethe two woofers so that they aredifferent distances from the wallsrelative to each other.

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XLS800 (S200W Amplifier). Power up and adjust.

f your stereo amplifier has a "Pre-Amp Out"connection, ideal! A stereo RCA interconnect leadof any required length connects between here and

the S200W "Low Input" Sockets. See Diagram "A".

rd option is via the speaker jacks, this is notrecommended because it is not an ideal soundsource, however, run the speaker cables from

your amp to the S200W, now connect your speakersto the S200W terminals. See Diagram "B".

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XLS800 - Speaker Placement Suggestions

WES Components 90 Paramatta Rd Summerhill 2130 PH (02)9797-9866

Designed by Russell Storey - Stones Sound Studio Po Box 94 Tyalgum 2484 - www.wes.net.au

Before we begin, let us give you a few warnings.

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Avoid Sitting Up Against the Wall-

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Put The XLS800 As Close To The Main Speakers As Possible-

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Use Two XLS800s-

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XLS800 Adjustments

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Setting Low Pass Filter (Crossover)-

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Do It All Again-

What About Movies?-

The methods here will help get you the most accurate bass. If your goal is strictly maximum "slamitude," just stick your sub in thecorner, turn up all the knobs and have fun. Finding the perfect settings and location takes time. If you have low tolerance for movingspeakers and twiddling with your audio gear, realize that you're missing a few simple techniques by which you may be able to greatlyimprove the sound of your system. Let your ear be the final judge. We'll give you some techniques and advice, but the science ofroom acoustics is so complex it defies easy answers.

It's relatively easy to put a XLS800 into your system and hear more bass. What's difficult is making the XLS800's bass integrate withthe sound of your main speakers. A poorly integrated XLS800 will sound thick, heavy boomy, and unnatural, calling attention to thefact that you have smaller speakers reproducing the frequency spectrum from the midrange up, and the big XLS800 putting out lowbass.

Room acoustics have an enormous impact on the sound of speakers, including the XLS800s. A phenomenon called "standingwaves" makes bass response uneven from place to place in your room. To experience this for yourself, put on a CD with a strong,consistent bass line. Notice how the volume of the bass goes up and down as you move around the room. Stand in one place andthen squat down-you will probably notice that the bass changes in the vertical plane as well! Because the XLS800's location affectshow standing waves are created, the first step to getting accurate bass response is finding the right spots for your XLS800 relating toyour listening position. We'll share a few guidelines that may be helpful, but in the long run nothing beats trial, error and your ownears.

This is the advice most often given and it certainly will yield loud bass. But corner mounting may make the woofer sound "one note-ey," and boomy on music. If lack of bass volume is your biggest XLS800 problem, this may be the answer for you.

Bass waves build up and "hang out" at room boundaries (walls). Your system will sound thick and heavy when your listening chair isup against a wall. If you must sit against the wall because of furniture layout, place your XLS800 away from walls and corners.

Avoid putting the XLS800 the same distance from two walls. For example, if you have a 20' wide room, don't put the XLS800 10'from each wall. Similarly, don't put the XLS800 near a corner and equidistant from the side and rear walls. Instead, stagger thedistances to each wall.

Even though bass sounds are non-localizable, cabinet resonance and other factors conspire to make this less true in practice than intheory. It'll be much easier to get seamless blending between sub and main speakers if they are on the same side of the room. Ifpossible, put the XLS800 behind the plane of the main speakers. At very least, keep the XLS800 in the front half of the room.

Put your woofer in the same spot as your listening position. It's best to raise the XLS800 off the ground to seated ear height (use asturdy, non-resonant platform). Play a piece of music with an ascending and descending bass line. Crawl around the floor on yourhands and knees…until you find the spot where the bass sounds smoothest, and where each bass note has about the same volumeand clarity. Avoid positions where some notes 'hang' longer and/or sound slower or thicker than others. When you've determinedwhere the bass sounds best, put the XLS800 there.

Using two asymmetrically placed subs will minimize the effects of standing waves in your room, yielding smoother bass response aswell as better dynamic range. But don't run out and buy another sub just yet. Get the sub you have now to sound its best beforespending more money. You may be perfectly happy with just one sub once you've tried our suggestions.

The XLS800 is NOT magnetically shielded and may damage your TV if placed too close to the set. Select an unused video input onyour TV to bring up a single colour screen. If you see any colour distortion anywhere on the screen, an unshielded speaker is tooclose to the set and should be moved away from the TV until the colour distortion disappears.

Position and adjustments are interactive so every time you move your XLS800, you need to readjust the sub volume, low pass filterand phase (polarity). When properly adjusted, you won't "hear" the XLS800 at all. It will sound like your main speakers are making allthe sound- except with a whole lot more bass than they could muster all on their own.

Get a suitable test CD or DVD with sine wave signals or warble tones covering the range of 20Hz to 200Hz or so. Using a soundlevel metre, match the output at the listening position at 50Hz and 150Hz [using 'C' weighting and 'slow' metre response] byadjusting the volume control of the XLS800. Make sure the volume control on your preamp [or receiver] remains at the exact samevolume. If you don't have a metre or test discs, use a CD with vocals and a consistent acoustic bass line and set level to the pointwhere the upper and lower ranges of the bass sound well balanced.

If your main speakers are full size with good bass response, set the low pass filter to 60Hz - 80Hz to start. If your main speakers arebookshelf designs, set the low pass filter in the 80Hz - 100Hz range. If you have compact satellites, set the low pass filter to 150Hzto start. Put on a test CD or DVD with test tones. With a fixed input level, carefully measure the output level at the listening positionfor each…interval between 30 and 200Hz and write it down or make a line plot on a sheet of graph paper. Listen while you measure.You hear differently than the sound level metre does…trust your ears, not the metre. Raise or lower the low-pass filter setting on theXLS800 to achieve the smoothest response. Turn the low pass filter down if there's an excess of output around the crossover point,turn it up if there's a response dip. Do not be alarmed if you have response variations of several dB from test tone to test tone. Youare seeing normal variations in response caused by the speaker's interaction with the room. Absolute flat response is a worthy butsomewhat unrealistic expectation in most systems and rooms. If you don't have a metre and test disc, use your ear to make thissetting. Put on a CD with male voice and a consistent bass line. Adjust the low-pass filter until the male voice sounds "full" andnatural but not thick and heavy.

Using a test signal at the nominal crossover frequency [you set in the step above], set the phase of the XLS800 to deliver the highestoutput at the listening position. It helps to have a friend on hand to change the polarity setting on the sub while you measure andlisten.

All these adjustments are interactive. Once you set polarity, go back and re-adjust level and low-pass filter settings to get thesmoothest response. The final proof of optimal performance is in the listening. Put on a CD with an acoustic bass. The bassinstruments should appear to be coming from the main speakers, not the sub. The sub should be audibly "invisible."

If you listen to movies with your new set-up, you may find that the bass is a little "light" and doesn't deliver the impact you expect. Noproblem-just turn up the XLS800 volume until you are happy. Mark the volume settings that are best for music and movies andreadjust as you switch sources. If that's too inconvenient, choose a mid-point level that gives you the best balance.

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The XLS1000 is a true audiophile subwoofer. It is easily capable of out performing a majority of units costing multiples more. A beautifully clean sound with very fast and tight bass at either subtle volumes or at extra high SPL, reproducing deep, dynamic and detailed bass at frequencies down to the infra-sonic. This top-of-the-line subwoofer will exceed the requirements for a majority of systems and rooms with both accuracy in music and explosive effects for Home Theatre that will shake your world! The incredible depth of bass goes down below 18Hz in an enclosure of only 60 litres. An eXtra-Long-Stroke 12” Peerless subwoofer is used, set in the forward firing mode. The Peerless XLS, extra heavy duty, exotic material manufactured subwoofer is complemented by a duplicate 12” rear mounted Passive Radiator. This is a non-powered “Drone Cone” that utilises the low frequency energy within the box, similar to a port but with some distinct advantages that improve performance and specifications. Our dual 12” design achieves superior audiophile sound with lower than normally achievable frequency response for a given sized enclosure, all without the air breathing distortion normally associated with a vented enclosure used at such low frequencies and high volume levels�

12” SUBWOOFER KIT AUDIOPHILE EXTREME

Includes a 12" Active and a 12" Passive speaker. NO amplifier. Fully assembled cabinet with feature panel (Choose colour) 460(w)x460(h)x420(d)mm� Cabinet is "Blank" version: There is No provision for the amplifier. Cut a hole for your own internal amplifier or add a speaker socket and supply your own external power amplifier. Complete built cabinet, lined with internal wadding� Premium 2-Pack gloss painted box with optional genuine solid wood feature panel to match our HDS line of speakers� Packaged� Select feature panel�

XLS1000 KIT WITHOUT AMPLIFIER

CABINET ONLY - WITHOUT AMPLIFIER HOLENo speakers. No amplifier. Fully assembled cabinet with feature panel (Choose colour) 460(w)x460(h)x420(d)mm� Cabinet is "Blank" version: There is No provision for the amplifier. Cut a hole for your own internal amplifier or add a speaker socket and supply your own external power amplifier. Complete built cabinet, lined with internal wadding. Premium 2-Pack high-gloss painted cabinet that looks like a Steinway®� Choose the optional genuine solid wood feature panel colour to match our HDS line of speakers�

Description Code12" Sub Woofer Kit Black Panel KIT1000PF12" Sub Woofer Kit Jarrah Panel KIT1000JA

Description CodeCabinet Only Black Panel CAB1000PFCabinet Only Jarrah Panel CAB1000JA

XLS1002 WITH 200W AMPLIFIERIncludes a 12" Active and a 12" Passive speaker� Our exclusive SSS enhanced 200Wrms plate-amplifier. Fully assembled cabinet with feature panel (Choose colour) 460(w)x460(h)x420(d)mm. Completely finish built cabinet, lined with internal wadding. Premium 2-Pack high-gloss painted cabinet looks as good as it sounds� Choose the optional genuine solid wood feature panel to match our HDS line of speakers� Complete kit with everything except for Feet� (We recommend spike feet)�

Description Code12" Sub & Amp Kit Black Panel KIT1002PF12" Sub & Amp Kit Jarrah Panel KIT1002JAFull kit� Requires feet�

Cabinet Only�

CABINET ONLY - WITH S200W HOLECabinet only, fully assembled with feature panel (Choose colour) 460(w)x460(h)x420(d)mm. Completely finish built nothing to do. Pre-lined with internal wadding. Includes front speaker grill� Premium 2-Pack high-gloss painted cabinet looks as good as it sounds� Choose the optional genuine solid wood feature panel to match our HDS line of speakers� Complete cabinet with everything except for Feet� (We recommend spike feet)�Description CodeCabinet Only Black Panel CAB1002PFCabinet Only Jarrah Panel CAB1002JA

Cabinet Only� 220x220mm Hole Cut for S200W

XLS1000/2 KIT PARTS

Description CodeInstruction Manual INS1000Amplifier, 200Wrms S200WXLS1000 NO-AMP Gold Jacks J708Single Sided Adhesive GT7100RCA 5M, Male - Male x2 AL606Screws, Bag of 20 STS8BFeet Spikes 35mm SPIKE35SubWoofer 12" XLS 830500Passive Radiator 12" XLS 30W/0-00-00

460x460x420mm (90 Litres)

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https://www.wes.com.au/Attachments/Audio-Speakers-PA/SpeakerKits/INS1000.pdf


DISTRIBUTOR [email protected] Phone (02)9797-9866

AUSTRALIANCOMPONENTS Aust

Asia

NOV.2002

XLS1000 DUAL 12" SUBWOOFERSuper low, super loud and super clean bass. This ultra-high performance,audio phyle sub-woofer gives out copious amounts of very tight, very fastand very acurate bass. Designed for both distortion-free music and earthshaking home theater special effects, the XLS1000 can faithfully reproduceany bass signal from the highly demanding DVD and Super-Audio CD sources.The XLS1000 will fill larger sized rooms with beautifully accurate bass ofclarity and definition only achievable in an exceptionally well designedunit. The new dual 12" XLS radiator design will effortlessly reproduce themost demanding bass without distortion or "boomyness" up to incrediblesound levels. Passive radiator technology has been used in our design toeliminate port air velocity noise, increase efficiency and achieveincredibly low bass in a relatively compact unit of only 60L. A truly top-of-the-line, high performance sub-woofer that will match to any high-endspeaker and theater system.

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12" Peerless XLS 300Wrms Active Driver

12" Peerless XLS Passive Radiator

No Port Velocity Noises at high volumes

Use our 200W amp or connect your own

Attractive "Piano" Black Polished Finish

Genuine Aussie wood feature panel

Seven "Aussie Hard Wood" Bracing

Interlocking cabinate joints

Super low frequency response

Super high output levels

Super low distortion

Maximum efficiency design

Extreem performance and

[email protected] Phone (02)9797-9866

AUSTRALIANDISTRIBUTOR COMPONENTS Aust

Asia

NOV.2002

P E E R L E S S H D S / X L S S E R I E S O F S P E A K E R S Y S T E M S

Beware and enjoy.

Designed By Russell Storey of Stones Sound Studio.Welcome to our new range of high performance speaker systems available ready-made or in kit form. Every aspect of the cabinet design has been tailored to maximizethe performance of the XLS range of premium drivers. These impressive drivers usecast iron baskets with double magnets and a highly efficient and robust motor system.

roll surround and open spider for low compression and lowdistortion at very high sound levels not previously achieved in such small box volumes.A 12" Passive radiator is used in the rear of the box to tune the subwoofer performanceand add extra bass output at frequencies below what is normally achievable byconventional drivers. This design achieves ultra-low distortion at even very high volumelevels and a frequency response that extends below human hearing, it will make thecouch shake! Double thick 25mm cabinet walls and 36mm front baffle with unique boxconstruction techniques, double panel bracing, interlocking carpentry joints, curvedoutside edges and all internal edges are also curved to reduce any turbulence noisesgenerated by the intensely high air velocities involved. A new 200Wrms, protectedsubwoofer amp has been developed in conjunction with our audio consultant, RussellStorey, to achieve remarkable performance from such a reasonably priced unit. This all-enclosed all-improved amp module has a frequency response below 10Hz with verylow harmonic distortion at these frequencies (beware - most amps fail in this area) andbuilt-in overdrive protection with EQ switching and low-pass adjustments. This amplifierwill fulfill the needs of the most discerning users, however, the performance potential ofthe XLS subwoofer is such that any additional expenditure on the amplifier stage wouldimprove over-all performance and sound quality. To this end we have also madeavailable an XLS1000 kit without an amp hole cut-out so that you may add your owninternal or external amplifier solution and really disturb your neighbors. The XLS1000will reproduce the lowest tone of a pipe organ, rattle your windows with the "12thoverture", make puddle rings in your drinks on the coffee table with Jurassic Park andbring the police around while watching the latest James Bond movie.

Extremely Long Stroke

XLS1000 DUAL 12" SUBWOOFER12" Peerless XLS 300Wrms Active Driver12" Peerless XLS Passive RadiatorNo Port Velocity Noises at high volumesUse our 200W amp or connect your ownAttractive "Piano" Black Polished FinishGenuine Aussie wood feature panelSeven "Aussie Hard Wood" BracingInterlocking cabinate jointsSuper low frequency responseSuper high output levelsSuper low distortion

Maximum efficiency designExtreem performance and

PremiumQuality CabinetsPassive Radiator

Peerless XLSHigh Power

Sub-Woofers

Peerless XLS / HDSSpeaker System Series


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XLS1000:

XLS1002:WITH 200Wrms AMPLIFIER BUILT-IN

CONTENTS OF XLS1000 KIT:

CAB1000-xx Cabinet


Gasket Tape Approx' 2 metreGrill Clips SGC12

Spiked Feet SPIKE35 x4

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Woofer 12" 830500 Peerless XLS SubPassive 12" 830548 Peerless XLS SubScrews x20 STS8B (8mmx25mm)

CAB1002-xx CabinetS200W 200Wrms Sub-Amp

CONTENTS OF XLS1002 KIT:

Components as above but with AMP.(xx=Colour Code)

OPTIONAL:

Designed By Russell Storey

Peerless XLS100012" SUB-WOOFERInstruction Sheet


Designed by Russell Storey - Stones Sound Studio Po Box 94 Tyalgum 2484 - www.wes.net.au

eXtra Long StrokePeerless Sub Woofers

XLS

Staple internal wadding

Insert S200W Amplifier

Insert Passive Radiator

Attach Cables and

Insert Main Driver

Attach Spiked Feet

Glue Feature Panel

Test and setup

XLS1000 - Speaker Placement Suggestions



EXPERIMENT ON ROOM LOCATION FOR THE XLS SUBWOOFER BOX

CORNER PLACEMENT

RECOMMENDED LOCALES

I CANNOT HEAR THE SUB?

The biggest impediment to good quality bass from your subwoofer usually has little to do with the subwoofer itself, but its locationwithin the room. The problem is that a sub produces extra long wave lengths (bass) that form "Standing Waves" in the room,resulting in a potentially uneven distribution of sound level at your favourite listening position. Some attention to the location of thesubwoofer can help dramatically improve your listening experience and achieve remarkable improvements in sound quality.

We recommend that you keep your XLS1000 away from the corners by at least two feet. Corner placement can increase the bassoutput, but this location can excite large amounts of unwanted room resonances that will rattle objects and may give a boomy noteto your bass sound. Try as an experiment. You may and like this setup, you are the final judge. Just watch that crockery!

In , you are placing the XLS1000 so that the distance from the subwoofer to the nearest wall and its opposing wall isdifferent. This will stagger the standing waves so that they don't compound up on top of each other, produce rattling resonances.

, trying different locations for both you and the sub will show benefits of what's possible and thus help inresolving a final location with minimal compromises. Locating the XLS1000 toward the front, as near to your main speakers aspossible is also recommended. Remember also to be careful not to obstruct the rear firing woofer, this is the subsonics.

The XLS1000 is an exceptionally clean, distortion-free subwoofer. As a result, it can be quite difficult to judge the bass content andcorrect location of this sub and therefor feel immediately satisfied with your location decision. After all, subsonics are felt not heard!The subwoofer location experiment may require some living with, and along with the adjustments of level controls, etc, the finalsetup may take some extra time and many different media sources before you are generally satisfied that your getting maximumsound quality from your XLS1000. Although, if you cant exactly here the sub, its probably perfectly tuned and in the best location!

"Setup C"

"Setup A & B"

Experimenting is the key

S200W AMPLIFIER CONNECTION & ADJUSTMENTS

HOME THEATRE

The S200W included with the XLS1002 is a 200 Watt RMS amplifiercapable of producing clean audio from 180Hz down to below 20Hz.

For home theatre, connect the S200W via twin RCA to a single RCAadaptor into the SUBWOOFER output on your home theatre amplifier.Adjust the FREQ to maximum (180Hz) as the bass filtering is done byyour home theatre amp (See its instruction manual for details).

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HIGH-END AUDIO AMP & PRE-AMP COMBINATIONSimilar to above. Connect to the amplifiers stereo PRE-AMP outputs.Use RCA splitters as we recommend NOT connecting to the OUTPUTon the S200W as it is NOT high-pass output filtered. Once attached,adjust the S200Ws' FREQ. control to suit your main speakers.eg. Very small satellite mains would require about 100 to 150Hz.Full sized mains would require a lot lower, say 50Hz or less.Adjust the FREQ control until you are happy with the overlap. That isthat there is minimal sound being produced by both speakers whichmay give you a boomy sound at this crossover point. Adjust to ear.

PRE-OUT

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PHASE SWITCHING

VIDEO-AUDIO MODE

Simply try it and of phase; whichever way has the most bassis the right way. If it's too much bass, try adjusting the FREQ.or just turn the subs gain down.

"VIDEO MODE" is a subsonic filter (<20Hz) to protect your XLS1002from excessive cone movement. If you are in a small or difficult to tuneroom, or if you are listening to ridiculously loud music or specialeffects, or if the CD or Turntable keeps skipping, or your neighbourskeep complaining, you may wish to switch in the Sub-Sonic Switch to"VIDEO" mode to protect your unit from damaging sub-sonic energies.

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CHECK THE CONTENTS!

READ THE INSTRUCTIONS!

Check that all contents of the kitare supplied and in good condition.

Make sure you have a clean workarea. It is recommended you use adrop sheet so that your work does

not scratch the cabinet.

Designed by Russell Storey - Stones Sound Studio - www.wes.net.au


Instruction Sheet

XLS1002

XLS1000

is shown here with its S200W amplifier and hole in cabinet to suit.

is without a hole for the S200W amplifier. This boxrequires either a hole cut into it to suit your choice of inbuiltamplifier or requires speaker cable access via a small hole or ourJ706 recessed single speaker socket. We would suggest youlocate this on the bottom of the box for an attractive concealment.

Once you have taken the box out of the packaging, you shouldmake a decision on the box orientation that you desire. This iswhether you want the Amplifier and/or wood feature panel to theLEFT or to the RIGHT of the front driver. Once this choice ismade you will know which side is the bottom and thus where toput the feet which require holes to be drilled to affix.

LOOK HERE! READ ME! IMPORTANT!

For an improved, tight bass response it is highly recommended that you attach some heavy-duty spiked feet to the XLS1000.For our recommended SPIKE35, a 5mm hole is drilled on all 4 corners (in about 5 to 7cm from the edge). A nut and bolt is used to affixthe feet, so it is recommended that you do the feet first, for easy bolt access and for better box stability when installing the drivers, etc.

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5mm Drill Bit

Peerless XLS1000

XLS1000 - No Amplifier Hole. Blank.XLS1002 - Includes S200W Amp & Hole.

Both units are identical other thanthe amplifier being supplied or not.Please follow instructions carefullyfor best results. Please take care asnot to scratch the Piano finish paint.Spiked feet are recommended.

eXtra Long StrokePeerless Sub Woofers

XLSContents XLS1000 & XLS1002 Kit:

CAB1000-xx Cabinet


S200W 200Wrms Sub-Amp (XLS1002)

Gasket Tape Approx' 2 metre

Spiked Feet SPIKE35 x4.

(xx=Colour Code)


Woofer 12" 830500 Peerless XLS SubPassive 12" 830548 Peerless XLS Sub

Screws x20 STS8B (8mmx25mm)

OPTIONAL:

ESSENTIAL FOR STABLE BASS PERFORMANCE

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Designed by Russell Storey - Stones Sound Studio - www.wes.net.au

Place your speaker cabinet on a non-slip, non-scratch surface.Identify the orientation of the box as you desire (Left or Right).

Insert the Amplifier.The ports are on the bottom side, so make sure you install theamp upright. Pilot holes are pre-drilled so simply screw in thesupplied screws, caution that you don't thread the screws byover tightening. If using an electronic screwdriver, adjust to amedium/high torque setting. Beware which way is UP!

Insert the Wadding. (Ignore as wadding is already installed.)The internals require some dampening. Ensure you cover the amplifiers plastic cover, but allowing the connection

Apply the gasket tape.For a good air-tight seal between the speaker and cabinet,it is required that you apply gasket tape around the wholecircumference of the flange on both of the woofers.

Insert the Passive Radiator.This is the driver without any magnet. It is mounted on the rear ofthe cabinet. Identified as the hole without the feature panel or grillmounting plugs. Gradually tighten each screw, traversing acrossthe woofer. Carefully, ensure the wadding does not interfere withthe driver and that the gasket seals tight and proper and you don'tthread the screws or accidentally slip and puncture the cone!

Insert the Speaker.Cabling is supplied with the amp and will connect directly to the 12" driver.We highly recommend that you solder this connection for reliability. Makesure the cable is not going to rattle on the drivers cone. Now simply locatethe driver into the flush hole and apply the screws, again tighteningcarefully as not to strip them or slip and puncture the cone.

Passive Radiator

Feature PanelYou may wish to leave this untill after the testing stage.

Please affix the panel carefully with the appropriateGLUE (Not Supplied) and let dry as per glue

instructions. The front is identified by the grill sockets.

SOLDERING IS RECOMMENDED

APPLYING GASKET TAPEAROUND THE DRIVERSIS VERY IMPORTANT !

cable thru. Split theremains into strips andplace BETWEEN thebracing battens on the

top, bottom, left and right panels. Don't allow any of the wadding totouch any part of the drivers. Use a staple gun or appropriate glue.Affix the wadding to the side of the cabinet, stapling down alledges and loose areas.

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SPECIFICATIONS FOR KIT260Frequency Range 44Hz-40kHz (On Axis)Efficiency (Averaged) 92.5dB SPL (1M/2.83Vrms)Nominal Impedance 4 OhmsRecommended power 5 to 120W Unclipped program materialHarmonic Distortion THD 0.3% @ 1 Watt (2.83Vrms) 1kHzRelative Phase Coherence ±30° 400Hz to 10kHzCrossover Network No Soldering required� Finished ready to go�Internal Wiring High Quality OFC 384 Strand Low-Capacitance Quick-Install Push-On connectionsSpeaker terminals 4mm Dual gold plated binding posts (x4) For single or Bi-Wire/amplifier connectionsCrossover Filter 2-Way Off-Set Bessel/Butterworth Linear-PhaseCrossover Frequency 3�8kHzCrossover Low Pass 2nd Order 12dB/Octave Low PassCrossover High Pass 3rd Order 18dB/Octave High PassMid-Bass Peerless 832873 Woofer 5” Nomex Cone Cast Alloy Frame with inverted dust capTweeter Fountek JP3�0 RibbonDimensions 555x180x*365mm (*380mm w/ grill)Weight 15Kg each�

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Since we completed our description of the 20W class-A stereo amplifier a few months ago, readers have been asking us for a kit speaker system to match its

performance. As it happens, the Signature Series have been in devel-

opment for over a year now and we are very pleased to present a complete set of speakers which can be used in stereo or home theatre systems.

They provide excellent stereo spread and definition, very wide and smooth frequency response with very low harmonic distortion. And while they are eminently suitable for our Class-A amplifier, they can be matched up to any amplifier with a power output up to 120 watts per channel, when running normal program material.

The heart of these speakers are the very high performance Fountek ribbon tweeters. For those who are not familiar with ribbon tweeters, consider them as an extremely light filament of aluminium foil suspended between the poles of an extremely strong magnet. The audio signal from the

amplifier is passed directly through the ribbon and the interaction of the current with the strong magnetic field deflects the ribbon back and forth to produce sound.

Incredibly, such an apparently flimsy system can produce deafening sound levels and with unsurpassed fidelity, transient response and so on.

Ribbon tweeters have been around for a long time but until recently they have been largely confined to very ex-pensive esoteric loudspeakers systems and their reliability and ruggedness was always a little suspect.

In the particular Fountek JP3.0 ribbon speakers featured here, the aluminium ribbon weighs a mere 11 milligrams and is just 9 microns thick – much thinner than the pro-verbial human hair!

The aluminium ribbon is 66mm long and 8mm wide and suspended between the poles of a Neodymium magnet with a gap flux of 0.6 Tesla.

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At far right is the HD260 tower system and its dimensions while below is its centre channel variant the HD260C. The HD360, at right, uses a 6.5-inch woofer. The pick of the two systems is the HD260 because of its considerably higher efficiency: 92.5dB/1m/1W. Both systems produce commendably low harmonic distortion.

The impedance curves for both the Signature Series speaker systems show the classic “double hump” at the bass end, due to the tuning provided by the bass reflex port.


directly by any normal audio amplifier. Hence, the tweeter has an integral matching transformer with a frequency response to 120kHz. This results in a very flat tweeter im-pedance of 7 from 1kHz to 40kHz. The basic tweeter is also extremely efficient and in fact, is used with resistive attenuation to match the Peerless woofers used here.

Two separate stereo pairs of loudspeakers are presented, the Signature Series HD260 and HD360 systems. In addition, a centre channel variant of the HD260, the 260C was designed to complement the 260 and 360 for high-end Home Theatre A/V systems.

Depending on your budget, you may decide to build

either the HD260s or HD360s for a high performance stereo system. Alternatively, for high-end Home Theatre A/V system, you may decide on a mix of the HD260 (front) and HD360 (rear) together with the HD260C for the centre-front channel.

Whichever approach you take, you can be sure that you will be getting a sensational speaker system. Make no mistake, these ribbon units are the finest tweeters we ever heard. They are so clean in their definition and the pin-point localisation of instruments in a stereo spread has to be heard to be believed.

On top of that, these speakers have very low distortion – measured at around 0.3% THD at 1kHz and 1 watt.

HD260 & HD360The HD260 is a small tower speaker using the Fountek

ribbon tweeter and two Peerless HDS 832873 5-inch mid/range woofers. This uses a Nomex paper cone, a very large ferrite magnet and neoprene rubber roll surround. The HD260 system has exceptional efficiency of 92.5dB/1m/1W and will provide very good volume levels from the SILICON CHIP 20W class-A amplifier, even in large rooms.

The HD260 is a MTM (midrange-tweeter-midrange) arrangement (also known as D’Appolito) with a rear bass reflex port. The HD260C centre speaker is identical in every respect except that the tweeter is rotated through 90°, so that it will be vertical when the cabinet is laid on its side.

The smaller HD360 bass reflex system uses the Fountek ribbon tweeter and Peerless 830883 6.5-inch midrange woofer, also with a rear port. Its efficiency is somewhat lower but still quite respectable at 87.5dB/1m/1W.

Both speaker enclosures were developed using LEAP

The overall frequency response of the Signature Series HD260 and HD360 speakers is commendably flat to below 50Hz. This is the response of the HD260.

This series of photos show the lineup of the drivers used in the Signature series. The woofers are made by Peerless and both have rugged dies cast chassis. The ribbon tweeter is made by Fountek and incorporates very high quality matching transformer. Note the fine mesh protecting the ribbon from curious fingers.


5 wave diffraction analyser and FFT vibration analysis software. The resulting enclosures have a Butterworth low pass filter response to ensure optimum bass and transient response.

While the enclosures are relatively small, they are very strong and rigid to ensure very low panel resonances. They are made from 18mm MDF (medium density fibreboard) while the baffle is made from two thicknesses (36mm), to allow the ribbon tweeter to be flush-mounted and still provide maximum rigidity.

In addition, the inside edge of the woofer holes are chamfered to prevent diffraction effects at midrange fre-quencies and the HD-260 has internal bracing of the large side panels.

Rear bass port Both enclosures employ a rear port to ensure a reduction

of overall driver distortion and cross-modulation which can be generated by front ports. According to the designer, with a front port a form of speaker (low frequency) distor-

tion and cross modulation is generated by the compressed air exiting the port out of phase with the woofer creating (modulation) interference of the woofer cone. This interfer-ence of the woofer cone occurs at medium to high playback levels (port velocity) and is one of the factors reducing overall dynamic range or head-room of the transducers and speaker system.

The port itself is 63mm in diameter with small flared ends. All this is done to keep distortion at a minimum.

Crossover networksUsing the best drivers and a carefully designed cabinet

would be a waste of time without an equal standard in the crossover networks. In the Signature Series the crossover networks are quite complex (Linkwitz Riley with Bessel /Butterworth response). They were developed to enable good linear phase and minimum distortion through the passband and overlap regions of both the woofer and rib-bon tweeter.

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Both crossover networks are built onto the same PC board and are presented as shown here. There is no assembly work to be done. You just install them in the cabinets and connect ’em’ up.


the tweeter and woofer filter networks are essentially quite separate, as shown in the diagrams of Fig.1 & Fig.2.

The tweeter is fed with a third-order high pass (18dB/octave) filter and the woofer is fed with a second-order (12dB/octave) low pass filter. In the case of the HD-260, the crossover frequency is 3.8kHz and 3.2kHz in the HD-360.

Both crossover networks are based on the same PC board but there are differences. Each crossover network employs air-cored inductors, non-inductive wirewound resistors and 400V metallised polyester capacitors. High quality components are used throughout.

Building themThe designer of these Signature Series loudspeakers has

been very particular in specifying how everything must go together, from the initial specification of the drivers, down to the very last detail of the cabinets, crossover components and even oxygen-free copper wiring. We don’t think that last detail is really necessary but that is a story for another time.

This very fine attention to detail on the part of the de-signer has made the task difficult for the kit supplier but it means that you, the ultimate kit-builder, will have an easy time putting them together.

The loudspeaker cabinets are supplied fully assembled in two forms, unfinished MDF or black vinyl. In the case of the unfinished MDF cabinets, it is up to you as to how you finish them.

The prototype cabinets featured in this article were spray-painted to a very high standard. If you have access to a high-pressure spray gun and spray booth, so much the better.

Alternatively, if you intend painting them, we recom-mend using a roller, to avoid leaving brush marks – it is amazing how brush marks can catch the light and become noticeable, especially if gloss paint is used.

Not only are the cabinets fully assembled but they also come fully lined with a grey felt, to damp internal reflec-tions and they are also supplied with the fully finished grille cloth frames.

This photo shows the crossover network installed in the base of the HD360 enclosure.

Making the connections to the woofer. The terminals are colour-coded and differently sized so that you cannot make a mistake.

Fit the woofer carefully and do not touch the cone at this point, otherwise you may damage it. It is secured to the baffle with six Allen screws.

Making the connections to the tweeter. Do it exactly as the photo depicts. Don’t over-tighten the nuts on the tweeters – it would be a shame to damage such a magnificent performer.


No special tools are required to assemble the kits and no soldering is required. You will need a Phillips head screwdriver, a 3mm Allen key to install the speakers to the baffle and an adjustable wrench to attach the crossover connections to the terminals of the tweeters.

The fully assembled crossover networks even include the wiring to the speaker terminal panels – as we said, there is no soldering at all!

Order of assemblyThe order of assembly is the same, regardless of whether

you are putting together the HD260s, HD360s or HD260C (centre speaker). The first step is to install the crossover network in the base of the cabinet. Check the back of the cabinet make sure you do not have it upside down – the rectangular hole for the terminal panel should be below the circular bass port.

Fit six Velcro tabs to the underside of the crossover PC board and then pass it through the lower woofer hole and secure it to the felt on the base of the cabinet. Pass the terminal panel out through the rear of the cabinet, making sure that you do not disturb the felt which covers the rec-tangular hole. Then secure the panel with four countersunk MDF wood screws.

Bring out the wires for the woofer(s) through their respective holes in the front baffle. Fit the push-on con-nectors from the crossover speaker cables to the woofer(s). The wires are colour-coded (red for positive and black for negative) are differently sized so that you cannot make a mistake when you do the connections.

Carefully place the woofer into its hole in the front baffle and secure it with six Allen head screws using a 3mm Allen key. It is important that you do not over-tighten these screws otherwise you will strip the holes in the MDF panel.

Mounting the tweeterNow is the time to mount the highly prized Fountek

ribbon tweeters. Important: do not remove the protection label from the front of the tweeter until you have completed the assembly.

First, check that acoustic cover is fitted behind tweeter cutout hole is in place. Then bring out the tweeter wires from the crossover. These are fitted with colour-coded (red for positive, green for negative) ring terminals to suit the threaded posts of the tweeter.

Make the connections and tighten them with a small adjustable wrench – do not over-tighten them! Hint: angle the connector lugs to allow enough room between the felt cover and back of the ribbon magnet when installing the tweeter.

Then install the tweeter to the front baffle with four Al-len head screws. Again – do not over-tighten them. Next, you can carefully remove the protection label from the tweeter faceplate.

Bi-wiring optionJust back-tracking for a moment – if you intend running

these speakers are bi-wired, with separate stereo amplifiers driving the tweeters and woofers, then the installation procedure is slightly different. You need to cut links LK1 and LK2 on the crossover PC boards and then remove the gold plated links from the 4-terminal panels.

Keep the plated links (possibly stick them to the rear of

Kit availabilityFountek ribbon speakers, Peerless speakers and all of

the kits for the Signature Series are exclusive to Wagner Electronics, ,NSW 213 . Phone 02 9798 9233; fax 02 9798 0017.

Website: www.wagner .au

COMPLETE KITS Include speakers, cross-overs, all hardware and cabinets. (Price per pair [except 260c] including GST).

260Plain MDF ........... KIT260-MDF ............................... $1299.00Black vinyl ........... KIT260-BV ................................. $1399.00

260C (one unit only)Plain MDF ........... KIT260C-MDF .............................. $649.00Black vinyl ........... KIT260C-BV ................................. $719.00

360Plain MDF ........... KIT360-MDF .............................. $1159.00Black vinyl ........... KIT360-BV ................................. $1299.00

SPEAKER KITS (without cabinets) Include speakers and crossovers but no cabinets and hardware. (Price per pair [except 260C] including GST).

260 Kit ................. SPK260 ........................................ $799.00

260C kit ................ SPK260C (one driver only) ........... $399.00

360 kit .................. SPK360 ........................................ $699.00

the cabinets, in case you ever want to run the speakers with conventional amplifier drive (ie, not bi-wired).

A final step is to connect a 1.5V battery across the termi-nals of the completed loudspeaker. With the battery positive to the red terminal, the woofer cone should move forward. If that’s OK, you can fit the grille cloth frames.

You are now almost ready for a listening session. When positioning your speakers in the room, make sure that they are not in the room corners and are out from the walls by around a metre or so. Ideally, they should be placed on stands so that the tweeters are at your ear level, when you are seated.

Making your own enclosuresIf you want to save some money by building your own

enclosures, all the necessary dimensions and other infor-mation is accessible on the designer’s website at www.stonessoundstudio.com.au.

If it was our choice, we would pick the complete kits rather than going to all the trouble to make the cabinets. Sure, you will save some money but there is a great deal of work involved. Consider that the front baffle needs to be laminated from two 18mm sections and you need to make the bass port with its carefully flared ends.

There are really no short cuts to making the cabinets and if you don’t follow the diagrams very closely, you will prejudice the sound quality. The above site has all the information on these speakers so if you want to check any aspect of the design, you can readily do so. SC

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